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Ireland car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 May 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

Rp 661,117

Cheapest price per day

Rp 249,688
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Cheapflights insights for Ireland car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Ireland?

For the best savings on car hire in Ireland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 481,541/day – about 1,689,514% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?

Looking to hire a car in Ireland? Sixt had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only Rp 37.82/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at Rp 65.96/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland is November, when you can expect to pay Rp 285,358/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ireland is August (Rp 998,752/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

Rp 321,027

February

Rp 303,192

March

Rp 392,367

April

Rp 481,541

May

Rp 606,385

June

Rp 481,541

July

Rp 820,403

August

Rp 998,752

September

Rp 481,541

October

Rp 338,862

November

Rp 285,358

December

Rp 588,550

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?

Avis has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DRIVALIA has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 5.

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Top rental agencies in Ireland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 29 May 2026.

Budget

6.9
Okay
42 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.8
Okay
50 reviews•17 locations
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

Avis

6.1
Okay
38 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Europcar

5.9
Fair
72 reviews•29 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.7

Easirent

5.1
Fair
73 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.2

National

8.0
Very Good
1 review•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

FLIZZR

8.0
Very Good
1 review•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
20 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 May 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?

    With an average price of Rp 1,176,387/day, Avis is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland, booking 33% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?

    When visiting Ireland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Dublin where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 505,559/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Ireland was found in Dublin for just Rp 347,066/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?

    In Ireland, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

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